Urban Scouting Programs Lead – Youth & Community Engagement

New Birth of Freedom; York (York County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

New Birth of Freedom Council in York, PA seeks an Urban Scouting Youth Leadership Development Coordinator to expand access to Scouting for city youth. This field-based role leads programs by recruiting staff, building partnerships, engaging families, and delivering safe, high-quality experiences that help young people grow.

You will travel regularly in the City of York and its Council camps, work some evenings and weekends, and ensure compliance with Safeguarding Youth policies while developing

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to helping young people succeed.
• Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, and organizational skills.
• Age 21+, valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Flexible schedule including some evenings/weekends.
• Experience in education, recreation, youth development, or community programs preferred; Scouting experience helpful but not required.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to obtain required clearances and Scouting membership.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality Scouting programs, advancement, camping, outdoor experiences, and special events.
• Maintain program quality through regular site visits and staff coaching.
• Recruit youth and expand programs through schools and community partnerships.
• Build relationships with families, schools, churches, housing communities, and community organizations.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, supervise, coach, and recognize Program Specialists.
• Manage budgets, supplies, transportation, registrations, records, and grant reporting.
• Monitor participation, retention, and program outcomes and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with Safeguarding Youth policies and Council standards.
• Serve as staff advisor to the Urban Scouting Committee.
• Represent the Council professionally throughout the community.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Travel readiness

Flexible schedule

Clearances/Scouting membership

Job description

New Birth of Freedom Council in York, PA seeks an Urban Scouting Youth Leadership Development Coordinator to expand access to Scouting for city youth. This field-based role leads programs by recruiting staff, building partnerships, engaging families, and delivering safe, high-quality experiences that help young people grow.

You will travel regularly in the City of York and its Council camps, work some evenings and weekends, and ensure compliance with Safeguarding Youth policies while developing